Close Reading of Fight Club

Fight Club is a satirical novel about a man who becomes involved in an underground club and society called “Project Mayhem”. Based on what you know about the author, Chuck Palahniuk, his background, and the time period of which it was written, how do its main themes of individualism, chaos, and materialism come through? Meaning, was Palahniuk successful in his intention in his themes, characters, and plotline? How have different interpretations of the novel changed the book’s meaning over time?

● An argument that can be discussed and analyzed in a thoughtful manner and leaves room for your own interpretation and analysis;
● A thesis statement that captures your main argument and analysis of your literary element(s);